What are we building today?

Meredith Zoe Munger
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Get inspired to build housing! Building is cheaper than buyer a home, and California laws have opened the door to allowing homeowners and start real estate investors can build - and create immense profits. Construction lender Meredith Munger and her team talk with homeowners, investors, developers and industry experts about their projects and how they're optimizing return on investment.

  1. APR 13

    Design & Permit Process, Unpermitted ADUs and the Private Permit Reviewer opportunity

    Devin Way of Streamline Designs talks about what really happens during designs and permits, permitting unpermitted ADUs under AB 2533, the new Private Permit Reviewer process, and where he prefers to cut costs and where to splurge.

    51 min

  2. APR 7

    Power Permit Fast Track and Loans with No payments During Construction

    Meredith reviews SDG&E's training for contractors on how to fast track power permits. Not that much is needed than you think! Also, insight on loans being offered with no payment during construction. Is there a catch?

    12 min

  3. MAR 3

    ADU Events! An opportunity to feel around an ADU

    These upcoming events are great opportunities to see what it's like to live in an ADU, notice the craftsmanship of the contractors and get ideas about design and storage.

    8 min

  4. FEB 20

    HCD Clarifies 2026 California ADU rules - up to 6 units allowed!

    HCD discusses the new ADU rules and their nuances including how many units are allowed (6!), terminology, avoiding impact fees and fire sprinklers.

    17 min

  5. FEB 13

    How DSCR Loans Work | Why Pro Formas Matter

    Learn about the return of investor-friendly DSCR loans which allow you to buy and refinance rental properties with the need to show personal income or tax returns. DSCR also forms the basis of construction bridge loans, i.e. hard money loans to renovation or add onto properties. DSCR loans must be 'pro forma'd' or calculated typical by spreadsheets. So burgeoning real estate investors can learn how to use pro formas to obtain loans and build a professional and profitable business

    11 min

  6. FEB 13

    Meet the Builder: CalHomeCo!

    Meredith talks with Brian Zanini of CalHomeCo, on of the top ADU builders in San Diego on best practices and how to save money on your ADU project. https://calhomeco.com/

    25 min

  7. FEB 4

    Phased Construction Reduces Risk, Cash Reserves Needed

    If you're a newer investor, it's tempting to plan for the largest possible construction that can fit on your land. This can dramatically reduce costs and knock everything out at once. Except, you're less likely to qualify based on your experience and cash reserves needed. Meredith reviews the options and how the math works. You can book a strategy call for your project at https://calendly.om/ADUloans.

    12 min

  8. JAN 19

    Handholding Help on your ADU Project

    Meredith interviews Kimberly Barnett, and Realtor and real estate investor who helps homeowners in her community through their ADU and remodeling projects. Kimberly's tip plus an update on new Fannie Mae guidelines on ADUs explained.

    27 min
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Get inspired to build housing! Building is cheaper than buyer a home, and California laws have opened the door to allowing homeowners and start real estate investors can build - and create immense profits. Construction lender Meredith Munger and her team talk with homeowners, investors, developers and industry experts about their projects and how they're optimizing return on investment.

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  • Creator
    Meredith Zoe Munger
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Meredith Zoe Munger
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